Module 4: Evaluate Information.
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purpose of module four is to learn some techniques to evaluate the
information you've found in module three. Whether
you use books, journals, online directories, or search engines to find
information, you must evaluate the information you find to ensure that
it is valuable and trustworthy.
We’ve developed a simple acronym that should help—ROAD. |
Relevance. |
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Objectivity. |
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Authority. |
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Documentation. |
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Define
Your Topic | Design Your Search Strategy
| Locate & Retrieve Information
Evaluate Information | Use & Cite Information